Episode 1: Joe Roberts on his journey from skidrow to CEO, and pushing a shopping cart across Canada.

2Jan

Welcome to the first episode of "Turning Point", telling the inspiring stories of triumph over adversity in the realm of addiction and mental health.

This week we caught up with Joe Roberts, an inspirational example of overcoming adversity and managing change. In 1989 he was living under a bridge as a homeless skid row addict. Today he is an author, CEO and internationally sought after professional speaker who motivates and inspires audiences worldwide.

And as if that wasn't impressive enough, Joe is embarking on a 9000km journey across the country, pushing a shopping cart, to raise awareness and funds for youth homelessness. We talk about his journey through recovery, as well as what drives him to make a difference today. Enjoy, and make sure you head over to The Push For Change to get involved and make a donation.

Show Notes

4:50: Inspiration hits to walk across Canada pushing a shopping cart

7:00: Joe's story of homelessness and addiction

8:20: Drugs as a solution, a means to cope

11:35: Joe's champion who never gave up on him

12:45: Joe goes from skidrow to CEO

16:40: Joe talks about the invisibility of the issues

17:50: What happens that drives kids to homelessness and addiction?

19:00: What about homelessness makes us uneasy?

20:30: The two most helpful things a professional can do to help clients change.

24:00: Behaving your way into good feelings

25:15: The AIR model

28:30: What excites Joe the most about his upcoming journey across Canada